The manager of The Sink, 1165 13th St., called police at 4:15 p.m. Friday to report that Treven Hunter would not leave the bar after refusing to pay his tab. The manager told police that Hunter repeatedly punched him as he escorted Hunter out of the bar, leaving the manager with minor injuries.

When McCracken approached Hunter on the streets, witnesses told police, Hunter -- who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol -- immediately became aggressive. When McCracken tried to handcuff him, Hunter began assaulting the officer, according to police.

Treven Hunter

Several bystanders were able to help hold down Hunter until other officers arrived. McCracken reported that Hunter had hit him in the side of the head, causing him to black out for a few seconds.

According to court records, McCracken reported a headache and nausea shortly after the fight and was having trouble remembering parts of the incident. Fellow officers noticed that McCracken was responding strangely to their questions and was not making sense.

While writing the case report at the Boulder County Jail, another officer noticed McCracken began having medical issues and called paramedics. McCracken remained at Boulder Community Hospital on Wednesday with what police deemed serious injuries.

Hunter posted $500 bond early Monday morning. The District Attorney's Office has filed a motion to increase Hunter's bond, arguing that the amount was set without any input from the DA's Office and without full knowledge of McCracken's condition.

Police are still looking for witnesses who may have taken video or pictures of the incident. Those with information are asked to contact Detective Kurt Foster at 303-441-4329.

Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or 800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website at crimeshurt.com.

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